Job description
Job Description
WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Exempt
REPORTS TO:
Principal & Director of Learning Resources
PAY GRADE:
In accordance with approved salary schedule as approved by the Board of Trustees (195 Days)
DEPARTMENT:
Assigned campus
DATE REVISED:
06/2015
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide visionary leadership in learning resources, instructional support, and digital innovation to work with students, teachers, and the school community to develop a culture of literacy across Irving. Provide services and a wide variety of resources that encourage students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems, Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to involve the library in the instructional program of the school. Promote pleasure-reading activities that foster the development of life-long readers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
- Masters degree in a directly related field from a recognized accredited college or university; MLS preferred
- Valid Texas teaching certificate
- Valid Texas School Librarian, Learning Resources Specialist Certificate, or Endorsement
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of library and information science
- Technology proficient
Minimum Experience:
- At least two (2) years exceptional performance as a classroom teacher
- Proven leadership in school libraries and/or instructional skills to work with students, staff, and the school community
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Effectively plan and administer the library program to meet campus and district goals.
- Promote a campus-wide culture of literacy.
- Demonstrate knowledge of classroom curriculum and instructional content in various disciplines to support student learning.
- Collaborate with teachers to create high level and engaging lessons incorporating research and information literacy.
- Train faculty, staff, and students in use of digital resources.
- Establish, communicate, and model standards of conduct, monitor student behavior, and respond to student misbehavior appropriately.
- Demonstrate knowledge of best practices in school libraries, trends in research and digital literacy.
- Provide a safe, attractive, and user-friendly environment that promotes a positive learning climate.
- Use a systematic analysis to assess and weed materials and maintain a viable and current collection
- Select print and digital resources that adhere to board policy, align to curriculum, and reflect diverse points of view.
- Maintain accurate, current, and easily accessible records including reflections submitted to director every six weeks, circulation stats, database usage, inventory reports, transaction receipts and overall statistics of library usage.
- Regularly attend monthly director-led librarian PLC meetings and other district training as required.
- Demonstrate a positive relationship with students, teachers and the school community.
- Provide effective leadership and supervision (where applicable) for library clerk, student helpers, and parent volunteers.
- Maintain a library webpage and social media presence with the assistance of the media specialist (where applicable) that is up-to-date, interactive, and demonstrates the library program’s impact.
- Serve as innovative instructional leader, problem-solver, and model of life-long learning for the campus.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible; adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics and all district policies.
- Comply with and support all district and local campus routines, policies, and regulations.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education, and the local board in the area of library services including but not limited to copyright and censorship.
- Perform other duties as directed by the principal and/or Learning Resources Program Director.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITIES:
None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Occasional in-district travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
Safety:
Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primary Location
de Zavala Middle School
Salary Range
Per Year
Shift Type
Full-Time
JOB CONTACT INFORMATION
Name
Tiffany Williams
Title
Principal
Phone
Email
tifwilliams@irvingisd.net
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